JOB TITLE: Manufacturing Planner 4
LOCATION: Huntsville, AL
PAY RATE: $57.50/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
Clearance: Active Secret clearance (required post-start)
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes and production planning
Review build flows with engineering teams to ensure producibility
Create and maintain work instructions
Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues to improve quality and efficiency
Lead continuous improvement initiatives (waste reduction, cycle time, performance)
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
Requirements:
Active Secret clearance (required post-start)
8+ years of experience in manufacturing planning and production support
Experience with CAD and manufacturing simulation tools
Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills
Ability to interpret and enforce:
Engineering drawings
Manufacturing processes
Work instructions and procedures
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
Preferred Qualifications:
STEM-focused Associates degree
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Competency in:
Model-Based Design
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
MESci or similar manufacturing systems
MRP systems (e.g., CompassContract)
Experience with:
CAD software suites
Windchill or similar systems
Siemens Teamcenter
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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